Public Hearing: S21-0005a, Teasley Multifamily

The City of Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding a request by Wier and Associates, on behalf of KC Land Holdings, LLC, for a Specific Use Permit to allow for a Mult...

Public Hearing: S23-0005, Olivio Apartments

The City of Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding a request by the Trumont Group for a Specific Use Permit to allow for a multifamily dwelling use on an approximatel...

Notice of Public Hearing: DCA23-0001; Reasonable Accommodation, Elderly Housing, Community Home,

The City of Denton City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of an ordinance of the City of Denton, Texas, amending the Denton Development Code, amendments include but are not limited to Table 2.2-A: Summary of Development Review Proce...

Public Hearing DCA23-0008 Project Name: Street Lighting Code Amendment

The City of Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding amending the Denton Development Code, amendments include, but are not limited to, amendments to Sections 7.11.6C an...

Public Hearing: S23-0002, Stuart Apartments

The City of Denton Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to City Council regarding a request by Stuart Apartment Properties, LLC for a Specific Use Permit to allow for an increase in the maximum per...

Public Hearing: AESA22-0004, Cyrene at Hickory Creek

The Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider making a recommendation to the City Council regarding a request by Curve Development for an Alternative Environmentally Sensitive Areas Plan to mitigate for the removal of ecologic...

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Denton Small Business Profile

In economic development, we see small business owners in Denton hustling to make their businesses into something they can be proud of and share with their families. It's not just a way to express themselves or provide...

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Denton Small Business Profile

In economic development, we see small business owners in Denton hustling to make their businesses into something they can be proud of and share with their families. It's not just a way to express themselves or provide...

Meet the 2021 Award Winners

2021 Mayor-Council Business Awards

City of Denton recognizes local businesses

DENTON, TX, [December 8, 2021] –  Each year the Denton Mayor and City Council Members have the honor of recognizing local businesses for their excepti...

2021Mayor-Council Business Awards

2021 Mayor-Council Business Awards

City of Denton recognizes local businesses

DENTON, TX, [October 27, 2021] –  Each year the Denton Mayor and City Council Members have the honor of recognizing local businesses for their exceptional support of City...

September 22, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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September 15, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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September 8, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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September 1, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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August 25, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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August 18, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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August 11, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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August 4, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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July 28, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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July 21, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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July 14, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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July 7, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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June 30, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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June 23, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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June 16, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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June 9, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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June 2, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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May 26, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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May 19, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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May 12, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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May 5, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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April 28, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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April 21, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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April 14, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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April 7, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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March 31, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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March 24, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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March 17, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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March 10, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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February 24, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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February 17, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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February 10, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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February 3, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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January 27, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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January 20, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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January 13, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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January 6, 2023 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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December 22, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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November 18, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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November 10, 2022 | Staff Report to City Council

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November 4, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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October 28 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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October 21, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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October 14, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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October 7, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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September 30, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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September 16, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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September 9, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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September 2, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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August 26, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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August 19, 2022 | Friday Staff Report to City Council

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Lake Forest Park New Glow Rocks for Trail

Hispanic Heritage Month

Hispanic Heritage Month began as Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968 and in 1988 President Ronald Regan officially recognized Black History Month. September 15th – October 15th was chosen as the celebration period because it is the anniversary of ind...

Parks and Recreation Metrics

The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Departments boasts a network of parks and recreation spaces that epitomize our mission to Unite, Grow, Play! Parks and recreation shape our landscapes; more importantly, they shape our lives. Proximity to high-quali...

National Senior Center Month 2023

National Senior Center Month 2023

Every September our country celebrates and recognizes the month as National Senior Center Month. The Administration for Community Living and the National Council on Aging, two of our nation's leading advocates for aging we...

Annual Back to School Party

As the summer sun begins to set, the anticipation of a new school year dawns upon us. At our community, we believe in fostering a spirit of togetherness, growth, and enjoyment, and what better way to kick off the academic journey than with an unforgettabl...

Dog Days of Denton

Embrace the Dog Days of Denton 2023: A Pawsome Guide to Canine Fun!

Hot summer days, wagging tails, and a vibrant community—welcome to the Dog Days of Denton 2023! This year's event, hosted by the Denton Parks Foundation, promises a delightful celebration ...

National Senior Citizens Day

August 21 is National Senior Citizens Day and the best way to celebrate is by honoring a senior in your life. President Ronald Reagan proclaimed August 21, 1988, as the first National Senior Citizen's Day. He wrote "For all they have achieve...

Improvement to the North Lakes Disc Golf Course

Unveiling the Future: Denton Tennis & Pickleball Center

Elevating Our Community: ARPA-Funded Park Projects Approved by City Council

Disability Visibility Month

Disability Visibility Month, also known as Disability Pride Month, is celebrated in July in commemoration of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that was passed in 1990. The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of di...

Denton is Aging and Growing

Many things shifted throughout and because of the pandemic. We've seen shifts in buying patterns, housing markets, and technology trends, but have you thought about the shift in programming for senior centers recently? With recreation centers spe...

The Hidden Benefits of Parks

Parks and green spaces are essential components of a healthy and vibrant city and offer numerous benefits to individuals and the community, including opportunities for improved physical and mental health. These benefits became explicitly apparent during t...

New Amenities at Sequoia Park

If you have visited Sequoia Park recently you have noticed sidewalk connections to the neighborhood, a new play structure, and a pavilion.  The sidewalk connections and playground amenities are part of Phase 1 of the overall improvement plan for ...

New StoryWalk© coming to Fred Moore Park

Celebrate National Bird Day

Birdwatching is a fascinating activity that allows us to observe and appreciate the beauty and diversity of the avian world. Denton boasts an impressive range of native bird species, making it a great destination for birdwatching enthusiasts. The city has...

North Lakes Park Librada "Lily" Cantu Inclusive Playground Project

City Council adopted the Parks, Recreation, and Trails System Master Plan on March 1, 2022, which prioritizes the development of an inclusive playground within the City. In light of this, the Librada "Lily" Cantu Playground - a current 2-5 &...

Parks and Recreation Volunteer Highlight

Meet Vivian C. Young, who is a volunteer at MLK Jr. Rec Center and on the Martin L. King, Jr. Advisory Board, Chair!

Vivian has been volunteering at the MLK Jr. Rec. Center since 2013. Her favorite thing about volunteering is coming together with others to...

Community Health Fair

Are you looking for healthcare resources in Denton? Come check out all that Denton has to offer through our Health Fair. This is an educational opportunity to learn about the health care we have in our community! 

The Martin L. King, Jr. Recreatio...

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo is a celebration that commemorates Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862 over the Second French Empire. The Mexican army was smaller than the Second French army; therefore the 3-year victory provided encouragement, pride...

May is National Water Safety Month

Did you know drowning can happen in less than 2 minutes AND with many people around? In honor of National Water Safety Month, we wanted to give you a few pointers on water safety for your family and home! 

Swimming season is here! Whether you are ...

John Whitmore Retirement

Happy Trails!

After 22 years of service to the Denton community, and over 40 in the industry, Parks Planning Manager, John Whitmore is retiring.

John has contributed to the park, recreation, and leisure field in many ways ranging from the community level to...

Electronic Box Art Program

The City’s Public Art Program will begin wrapping a number of traffic boxes in the Original Denton District (ODD) with art produced by Denton ISD Students. The artwork is printed on vinyl, which is then adhered to the traffic box by professional...

What is Athletics?

The City of Denton Parks and Recreation department has a whole division dedicated to Athletics. You may ask yourself what does that consist of? As a team, we provide recreational sports programs and events to the community. These programs are designed to ...

Volunteer Appreciation Week

April is National Volunteer Appreciation month and with that, the City of Denton and the Parks and Recreation Department would like to recognize the efforts our citizens have put into helping the community. Since 1991 the month of April has been a time to...

Asian Pacific Heritage Month

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month began as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Week in 1977, and in 1990, Congress extended the observance to a month. In 1990, President George H.W. Bush annually designated May as the first “Asian/P...

Bowling Green Grant

On August 1, 2022, the Parks and Recreation Department submitted a grant application to Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD) for the Local Park Grant for improvements at Bowling Green Park. This grant provides funding for 50% of the proposed construction. On J...

Clear Creek has River Otters

Yes, we have them at Clear Creek. There have been many occasions where something was spotted in the water, but determining whether it was a beaver, otter, or nutria always eluded us. Until recently. Two months ago Dan caught a family of otters on a game c...

Adapted Rec Bring's Recreation to All

Adapted and Inclusive Recreation, or AIR, is the City’s Parks and Recreation program for individuals with physical, intellectual, and emotional disabilities. All programs are designed with a range of abilities in mind and have equipment and instruction fo...

Black History Month

Black History Month began as National Negro Week in 1926 and in 1976 President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month.  February was chosen as the celebration month because it encompasses the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Fredri...

Parks and Recreation Volunteer Highlight

Denise has been serving at the Denton Senior Center as a volunteer in numerous capacities over the years. She serves on the volunteer Advisory Council and advocates for other members of the center. Her main priority currently is serving as the Library Com...

Heart Health Month

Your Heart is one of the most important organs in your body. Here are some easy tips to keep your heart healthy and ticking all year long!  1. Get Moving - Working out 150 minutes a week of aerobic activity is optimal, but getting off th...

Aquatics Water Park Project Update

This week kicked off with contractors on site to finish details on the WWP bathhouse floors where another clear coat was applied and polishing took place. Facilities will be on-site in the next week to begin painting the walls. Repairs to the benches will...

New Year, New You

Stay fit in the new year

Take advantage of the cooler weather with a morning walk or run. Studies have shown that exercising outside reduces stress and improves your mood.

Don’t get off track. Stay motivated to stick to your exercise routine by en...

MLK Jr. Day Celebration

The Parks and Recreation Department will host the annual Martin L. King, Jr. Day Commemoration Program on Monday, January 16. This year’s theme is taken from the title of Dr. King’s 1964 book, Why We Can’t Wait.  Pas...

Parks and Recreation Replaces Trash and Recycling Containers with a Grant

The City of Denton Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) wanted to reduce the amount of litter in its parks while improving the amount of uncontaminated recycled materials. The parks have traditionally used fifty-five-gallon drums with trash bag liners t...

Healthy Holidays

The holidays can be a fun and festive time, but it comes with its own stresses and challenges; this is especially true when it comes to our health! Here are some helpful tips from the staff at the Denton Senior Center on how to make it through this holida...

Healthy Thanksgiving

Stay fit During Thanksgiving

Colder weather, pumpkin spice lattes, and Thanksgiving feasts. Here are a few ways to prioritize health and fitness as the season changes from summer to fall.

Take advantage of the cooler weather with a morning walk. Studies hav...

Tree Giveaway Wrap Up

Keep Denton Beautiful (KDB) hosted its 24th Annual Community Tree Giveaway on Saturday, Oct. 22. At the drive-thru event, 700 trees were distributed to Denton residents to plant at their homes. More than 50 volunteers and staff members worked together to ...

Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America is a program whose mission is to Remember, Honor and Teach. Annually, Wreaths Across America partners with various civic organizations, schools, scouts, and religious organizations across the country to place a wreath on each hero&a...

Healthy Halloween

Stay fit During Halloween

Colder weather, pumpkin spice lattes, and Halloween candy. Here are a few ways to prioritize health and fitness as the season changes from summer to fall.

Take advantage of the cooler weather with a morning walk. Studies have shown...

Benefits of Taking a Walk in Nature

It's National Take a Walk to a Park Day! In honor of the national holiday, we would like to highlight the benefits of walking in nature. 

Most everyone knows the exercise benefits of walking, but did you know walking outdoors in nature ha...

Cole Ranch Neighborhood Park

Cole Ranch Neighborhood Park #1

On September 12, the Parks, Recreation, and Beautification board adopted the conceptual master plan for the neighborhood park of Cole Ranch, phase 1. The City of Denton annexed Cole Ranch in 2006 and was classified as the Co...

Parks and Recreation Rental Spaces Available

Recreation Center Birthday Party Packages

Host your child’s next birthday party at one of Denton’s recreation centers! Our 1 ½ hour birthday packages include a decorated party room, your choice of 45-60 min of activity, table...

Mountain Bike Trail

Last November the City of Denton, Parks and Recreation and biking community celebrated the official grand opening of the Hartlee Field Mountain Bike Trail in northeast Denton.  The 5.3-mile-long single-track trail was built by a core group of vol...

Women's Health and Fitness Day

Recognizing that women have specific needs when it comes to health and wellness, National Women's Health and Fitness Day was established in 2002 and is celebrated every year on the last Wednesday of September. This year we will celebrate on Septe...

Lawn Management and the Challenges of KR Bluestem

How often have you mowed your lawn over the weekend only to find tall weeds growing up to your knees seemingly overnight? You could be dealing with fast-growing King Ranch (KR) Bluestem, an invasive bunchgrass known to grow as much as two to three feet in...

City Hosts a Fall Block Party for Community Members

Sept. 28 Party Combines the National Night Out Kickoff and the State of the City Events

DENTON, TX, Sept. 7, 2023 - The City of Denton is thrilled to announce an exciting family-friendly event, the City Block Party, that will bring the community together for a night of fun and engagement with City officials and staff. Join us on Sept. 28, 20...

Denton Fire Department Secures $2,035,458 SAFER Grant

The 2022 SAFER grant will fund six (6) full-time firefighters over a 3-year period.

DENTON, TX, Sept. 1, 2023 - The Denton Fire Department (DFD) is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a $2,035,458 grant through the 2022 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) program. This significant grant, funded by the Depa...

City of Denton Empowers Local Nonprofits with Grants through ARPA

$1,151,111 Helps Local Nonprofits Continue Providing Essential Services to the Community

DENTON, TX, Aug. 17, 2023 - The City of Denton is proud to announce the awarding of grants to eight (8) local nonprofits through its Capacity Building Grant for Nonprofits, demonstrating its commitment to bolstering support for community partners and enha...

Denton City Council Calls 2023 Bond Election

The $309,590,000 bond program placed before voters spans eight (8) propositions: Streets, Drainage and Flood Control, Park System, Public Safety, Affordable Housing, Active Adult Center, South Branch Library, and City Hall West.

DENTON, TX, Aug. 16, 2023 - The Denton City Council has called a 2023 bond election to take place on Nov. 7, 2023. The $309,590,000 bond program placed before voters spans eight (8) propositions: Streets, Drainage and Flood Control, Park System, Public Sa...

Recall Lawsuits Dismissed

The City of Denton was granted final orders in its favor on both recall election lawsuits this past month. Both cases have been dismissed.

DENTON, TX, Aug. 10, 2023 – The City of Denton was granted final orders in its favor on both recall election lawsuits this past month. Both cases have been dismissed.  

An initial lawsuit was brought against the City of Denton, its City ...

Denton City Council Discusses Priorities, Next Year’s Budget

Council Retreat Reviews Strategic Priorities, Service Enhancements with No Expected Tax Rate Increase

DENTON, TX, Aug. 5, 2023 – The Denton City Council convened on Aug. 5 for its annual budget workshop to discuss its strategic priorities and the City’s finances for the next fiscal year (October 2023 through September 2024). The worksh...

Denton Police Department Information and Data Related to Marijuana Possession

DENTON, TX, May 22, 2023 – The Denton Police Department recently published the latest available information on all marijuana-related citations and arrests from Nov. 9, 2022, through May 2, 2023, on the department’s open data portal.

Previously, Denton PD r...

City Launches Strategic Dashboard

The new public-facing tool shares progress toward Key Focus Areas

DENTON, TX, March 7, 2023 – During the March 7, 2023 City Council meeting, staff unveiled the new, public-facing strategic dashboard that will display the progress that is being made toward the City Council key focus areas. The dashboard will improve publ...

Denton Fire Department is Awarded International Accredited Status

The department was recognized at the 2023 CFAI Hearing at CPSE Excellence Conference in Orlando, FL

DENTON, TX, Mar. 1, 2023 – The Denton Fire Department in Denton, Texas has received Accredited Agency status with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) for meeting the criteria established through the CFAI’s voluntary self-ass...

City of Denton Adds Paid Parental Leave to Benefits Package

Benefit Available Following the Birth or Placement of a Child

DENTON, TX, Nov. 28, 2022 – During the Oct. 18, 2022 City Council Meeting, the Denton City Council unanimously approved a new Paid Parental Leave policy, creating a new benefit for City employees. The policy provides paid parental leave to employees follo...

Information on the Passage of Proposition B, Relating to Marijuana Possession

Update: The Canvassing meeting date has been updated to Tuesday, Nov. 22.

DENTON, TX, Nov. 9, 2022 – Following the passage of Proposition B, which outlines actions to be taken regarding marijuana possession in the City of Denton, there is important informa...

Fatal Pedestrian Collision Under Investigation

DENTON, TX, Sept. 25, 2023 – The Denton Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying the vehicle that failed to stop after striking a pedestrian on Sunday night. 

At 10:19 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24, officers were ...

Denton Police Lieutenant Graduates from FBI National Academy

Chief Doug Shoemaker?has announced that Lt. Preston Pohler has graduated as a member of the 287th session of the FBI National Academy. The graduation took place at the National Academy in Quantico, Virginia on Thursday, Sept. 14.?Lt. Poh...

Sexual Assault Suspect Indicted in Relation to 1993 and 1997 Cold Cases

DENTON, TX, Aug. 21, 2023 – One male suspect has been arrested and indicted for two counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, and three counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault after Denton PD detectives were able to prove DNA evidence...

Suspect Arrested for Multiple Counts of Aggravated Robbery

DENTON, TX, Aug. 13, 2023 – The suspect responsible for multiple aggravated robberies that took place Thursday evening has been identified and arrested.

On Thursday, August 10 at 5:01 p.m., officers were dispatched to an aggravated robbe...

Update: Man Arrested for Murder Following Shooting

UPDATE: DENTON, TX, July 14, 2023 – Kendrick Freeney, 23, was arrested for Murder and is currently in the City of Denton Jail. Bail has not yet been set.

Detectives have learned that Freeney is the brother of the victim’s girlfriend. Fr...

Update: Suspect Charged in Shooting of 10-Year-Old

DENTON, TX, July 5, 2023 – Travis Rollins, 39, is facing two Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon charges following a shooting that left a 10-year-old boy in critical condition.

At 7:42 p.m. Tuesday, multiple callers reported hearing ...

Shooting Suspect in Custody as Investigation Continues

DENTON, TX, July 4, 2023 – Travis Rollins, 39, has been arrested following the shooting of a juvenile who is in critical condition.  

At 7:42 p.m., multiple callers reported hearing several gunshots at a mobile home park in the ...

Man Arrested for Cruelty to Non-Livestock Animal

DENTON, TX, June 29, 2023 – The Denton Police Department’s Special Operations Unit has arrested a suspect in relation to the intentional shooting of a Denton resident’s dog this past April. 

On April 12, 2023, Officer...

Critical Incident Investigation Ongoing

DENTON, TX, May 6, 2023 – An investigation is underway after a suspect attempted to kill himself during a traffic stop.

At 2:17 a.m. Saturday, May 6, officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a speeding violation at W. Hickory S...

Public’s Help Needed in Fatal Motorcycle Crash Investigation

 DENTON, TX, May 5, 2023 – The Denton Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a vehicle that left the scene of Sunday’s fatal motorcycle crash on Robinson Road.  

At 9:03 p.m...

Storage Unit Fire with Victim Found During Search

DENTON, TX, May 4, 2023 – The Denton Fire Department received a call for a Structure Fire inside the storage unit complex at 621 S. Mayhill Road this evening at 7:45 p.m. 

A DFD fire engine and ambulance arrived on scene in 4 minutes and...

Arrest Made in Homicide Investigation

DENTON, TX, April 24, 2023 – Darontay Dashield, 31, is in custody for Murder following an investigation into the January death of 43-year-old Cory Johnson.

At 10:18 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 11, officers responded to a call concerning multipl...

Fatal Crash Under Investigation

DENTON, TX, April 13, 2023 – The Denton Police Department is actively investigating a two-vehicle crash that resulted in a woman’s death and critical injuries to a child.

At 7:33 p.m. Wednesday, April 12, Denton Police and Fire...

Update: Second Suspect Arrested in Double Homicide Investigation

DENTON, TX, April 7, 2023 – A second suspect, 29-year-old Benjaminpaul Teal, has been arrested for Capital Murder as part of Denton PD’s continued investigation into last month’s double homicide.

At approximately 10 p...

Suspect Arrested for Capital Murder

DENTON, TX, April 4, 2023 — Denton PD detectives have arrested 29-year-old Silvester Williams for Capital Murder in relation to last month’s double homicide.

 At approximately 10 p.m. Thursday, March 23, officers were dispatche...

Double Homicide Investigation Ongoing

DENTON, TX, March 24, 2023 — Detectives and forensics professionals are actively working to determine what events led up to a double homicide in Denton late last night, and who is responsible.

At approximately 10 p.m. Thursday, March 23,...

Wells Fargo Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested

DENTON, TX, Feb. 27, 2023 – Jonathan Fleming, a 38-year-old Denton resident, is in custody following investigations into bank robberies in Denton and Flower Mound.

On Nov. 10, 2022, Denton police officers were dispatched to a robbery call at Well...

Homicide Suspect Arrested in Oklahoma

Murder suspect Bryan Riojas Avila was arrested this morning in Oklahoma, following the fatal stabbing of one victim in Denton on Friday night. 

At 8:06 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, officers were flagged down in the 3500 block of N. Elm Street regarding a ...

Public’s Help Needed in Hit-and-Run Crash Investigation

DENTON, TX, Jan. 19, 2023 – The Denton Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect vehicle that failed to stop after striking a bicyclist. 

At 9:52 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, officers were dispatched...

Denton Police Department Death Investigation

DENTON, TX, Jan. 14, 2023 — A death investigation is ongoing after a male victim was found deceased at his residence last night.

At 7:36 p.m. Friday night, January 13, officers were dispatched to a residence in the 2000 block of Spinnake...

Homicide Investigation Ongoing

DENTON, TX, Jan. 12, 2023 — A homicide investigation is ongoing after a male gunshot victim was pronounced deceased at a local hospital late last night.

 At 10:18 p.m. Wednesday night, Jan. 11, officers were dispatched to a shots heard ca...

Deceased Person Located During Residential Search

DENTON, TX, Dec. 14, 2022 — The body of one male was located on Wednesday morning after detectives served a search warrant on a residence in the 1500 block of Wellington Drive. 

Detectives were contacted last...

In-Custody Death Investigation Ongoing

Suspect Arrested in Relation to Fatal Thanksgiving Hit-and-Run Crash

DENTON, TX, Dec. 1, 2022 – One male suspect has been arrested after Denton PD detectives witnessed him tampering with the vehicle connected to Thanksgiving’s fatal hit-and-run case. The suspect, identified as 28-year...

Fatal Thanksgiving Hit-and-Run Crash Investigation Ongoing

DENTON, TX, Nov. 27, 2022 – The Denton Police Department is seeking the community’s help in identifying a suspect vehicle involved in the death of a pedestrian on Thanksgiving.

At 9 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24, officers responded to a hit-an...

Sex Offender Arrested Following Home Invasion

DENTON, TX, Nov. 19, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a registered sex offender on multiple charges following a home invasion Friday morning.

A female resident reported that an unknown male had broken into her residence and physic...

Aggravated Robbery Under Investigation

Update: This suspect was identified as Christopher Mabry. He was arrested on Nov. 4.

DENTON, TX, Oct. 27, 2022 – The Denton Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect in a Wednesday afternoon aggravated ro...

Suspect Arrested After Causing Destruction Inside City Hall

DENTON, TX, Oct. 22, 2022 — One male suspect has been arrested after breaking into Denton City Hall and causing extensive damage to the City Manager’s Office (CMO) suite. 

At approximately 10:07 p.m., officer...

Landlord Arrested for Aggravated Assault

DENTON, TX, Sept. 28, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a man for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Family Violence after an investigation into a Sept. 9 incident involving a landlord and tenant living in the sam...

Woman Arrested for Murder Following Drowning

DENTON, TX, Aug. 17, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a woman for Murder after her husband’s drowning death on Tuesday.

At 2:57 p.m. Tuesday, officers and Denton Fire Rescue were dispatched to a drowning call in the 1700...

In-Custody Death Under Investigation

DENTON, TX, June 22, 2022 – The Texas Rangers are currently investigating a Denton Police Department in-custody death that occurred Wednesday.

At approximately 11:42 p.m. Tuesday, officers were dispatched to a disturbance in the 600 block of S. I...

Woman Arrested for Murder

DENTON, TX, May 25, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a 30-year-old woman for Murder after detectives determined she fatally shot her husband last month.

Officers responded to a shooting in the 1100 block of E. Sherman Drive at 9:5...

Update: Suspect Charged with Murder Following Victim’s Death

DENTON, TX, May 10, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a 24-year-old male for a Monday night shooting that resulted in his family member’s death.

Officers responded to the 1500 block of Bolivar Street at 8:35 p.m. Monday a...

Monday Shooting Investigation Ongoing

DENTON, TX, May 10, 2022 – The Denton Police Department continues to investigate a Monday night shooting that left one critically injured.

At 8:35 p.m. Monday, officers responded to a residence in the 1500 block of Bolivar Street after a 911 call...

Drowning Victim Found After Search at Clear Creek

DENTON, TX, April 27, 2022 – The Denton Fire Department (DFD) received a call for a Drowning on Tues., April 26, at 12:44 p.m. in Clear Creek, located inside the Clear Creek Natural Heritage area off Hartlee Field and Collins Roads.

The wife of t...

Second Arrest Made in Injury to a Child Case

DENTON, TX, April 5, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has made a second arrest today in connection to the death of a 7-year-old boy that occurred on April 1. 

As previously released, on April 1, at approximately 7:29 p.m., Denton PD a...

Injury to a Child Arrest

DENTON, TX, April 2, 2022 – A 7-year-old with significant signs of injury was declared deceased yesterday, and a man has been arrested in connection to the child’s death. 

On April 1, at approximately 7:29 p.m., Denton PD and D...

Denton PD Investigating Fatality Crash

DENTON, TX, March 31, 2022 — Denton PD is investigating a single-fatality crash that occurred early this morning after a passenger truck crashed into an 18-wheeler. 

Officers were dispatched to mile marker 467 of I-35E near Nort...

Officers Injured During Arrest of Wanted Sex Offender

DENTON, TX, March 24, 2022 — Two Denton PD Homeless Outreach Team Officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries late this afternoon after they contacted a sex offender with outstanding warrants.

At approximately 3:13 p.m., the Homeles...

March 19 Murder Suspect Arrested

DENTON, TX, March 21, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested 17-year-old Anshawn Phiffer in connection to the murder that occurred on Saturday, March 19 in the 1300 block of W. Oak Street. 

On March 19 at approximatel...

Structure Fire with Victim Found During Search

DENTON, TX, Mar. 6, 2022 – The Denton Fire Department (DFD) received a call for a Structure Fire near the corner of E. Sherman Drive and Wellington today at 1:55 p.m. The house is a single-family dwelling located in the 2300 block of Royal Acres...

Fred Moore High School Student Arrested

DENTON, TX, Feb. 25, 2022 – The Denton Police Department has arrested an 18-year-old student at Fred Moore High School after a firearm was found in his backpack on Friday afternoon.

A family member reported to school administration that Marquez R...

Barricaded Person Taken into Custody

DENTON, TX, Feb. 22, 2022 – After hours of negotiations with an armed barricaded subject, officers were able to bring 39-year-old Gabriel Temba into custody without incident.

At approximately 8:42 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 21, office...

Suspect Deceased, Hostage Safe Following Officer-Involved Shooting

DENTON, TX, Jan. 29, 2022 – A hostage is safe, and the Texas Rangers are continuing to investigate a shooting involving a Denton police officer early Saturday morning.

At approximately 1:30 a.m., Denton Public Safety Communications received a cal...

Woman Arrested for Murder of Grandchild

DENTON, TX, Jan. 24, 2022—Denton Police Department investigators have arrested 57-year-old Angela Downing for Murder after her 3-year-old grandson was declared dead on January 22. 

On Jan. 18, officers were notified by Child Protective S...

Denton Police Investigating School Threats

DENTON, TX, Jan. 19, 2022 – The Denton Police Department continues to investigate threats against Denton high schools that led to campus lockdowns on Wednesday morning.

At 9:39 a.m., Denton Public Safety Communications received a call threatening...

Denton PD Seeking Community’s Help in Hit-and-Run Crash Investigation

DENTON, TX, Jan. 1, 2022 – After a vehicle struck and injured a woman on N. Loop 288 Friday morning, the Denton Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying the suspect who left the scene. 

At 3:35 a.m. Friday, officers were di...

Man Arrested for Murder After Fatal DWI Crash

DENTON, TX, Nov. 8, 2021 – The Denton Police Department has arrested a Krum man for Murder after an investigation into a fatal, alcohol-related crash revealed he had multiple Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) convictions.

Investigators determined Damon Brown...

Denton Police Arrest Man for Murder

DENTON, TX, Nov. 5, 2021 – The Denton Police Department has arrested 39-year-old Zeniff Rudd for the shooting death of Mindy Tenerias, 26, who was murdered earlier this year.

On March 6, officers were dispatched to a shooting at 12:57 a.m. in the...

Intoxication Manslaughter Investigation Ongoing

DENTON, TX, Oct. 22, 2021 – An intoxication manslaughter investigation is underway following an early morning crash that killed one person.

At 2:17 a.m., Denton police officers were dispatched to a major, two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Jim Christ...

Fiscal Year 2023 to 2024 Proposed Budget & Notice of Tax Rates

The City Council for the City of Denton, Texas, will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Program of Services (“Budget”) and proposed tax rate, on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber...

Denton Municipal Electric to Begin Planning for New Campus

On Tuesday, Aug. 15, Denton City Council gave unanimous direction to a concept and request for a campus expansion to house staff and operations of Denton Municipal Electric (DME). While only in the preliminary stages of development, DME staff expect that ...

Go Behind the Scenes of Your City with Denton 360

Are you ready to become a proactive and empowered citizen, actively shaping the future of your community? The City of Denton invites you to participate in our upcoming Denton 360° program! This unique program is designed to bring residents like you closer...

NE Denton Area Plan Public Input Ongoing

The Northeast Area of Denton is largely undeveloped. After concerns, proposals, and requests from developers and the community, City Council and staff realized a need to create an area plan to establish a vision for the area, as well as set clear policy d...

Pre-Register to Speak Over the Phone for City Council and Planning & Zoning Meetings

You are now able to pre-register to speak over the phone for City Council and Planning & Zoning meetings! A link to fill out an online form will be available at www.cityofdenton.com/publicmeetings when the agenda is posted and you will then be able to...